Spectrum Business Expands CALNET Contract with Managed Network Services for California Agencies
Event summary
- Spectrum Business added Managed Network Services to its CALNET contract portfolio on March 3, 2026.
- New offerings include Unified Communications with RingCentral and direct fiber connectivity to CGEN data centers.
- Spectrum Business aims to simplify network management for California state and local government agencies.
- Existing services under CALNET include Cloud Connect and DDoS Protection.
The big picture
Spectrum Business is strengthening its position in the public sector by expanding its technology offerings under the CALNET contract. This move aligns with broader trends of digital transformation in government services, where agencies increasingly rely on managed services to modernize their IT infrastructure. The addition of fiber connectivity to CGEN data centers underscores the strategic importance of reliable, high-speed networks for government operations. With 58 million homes and businesses within its reach, Charter Communications is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for advanced connectivity solutions in the public sector.
What we're watching
- Market Penetration
- How Spectrum Business will leverage this expansion to gain further market share in the public sector.
- Service Adoption
- The pace at which California agencies adopt these new managed services and unified communications solutions.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will respond with similar offerings under the CALNET contract.
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